Beware of Greeks bearing G-strings

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The Greek Orthodox Church admitted it might have sent unsuitable
relief clothing to tsunami victims, responding to accusations that
Father Christmas costumes and skimpy women's underwear were among
donations.

The church organisation Solidarity was responding to accusations
that aid workers found Father Christmas costumes, fur coats and
women's G-strings among clothing unpacked in Sri Lanka.

"Among the hundreds of tonnes of clothing collected by
Solidarity, it cannot be ruled out that, through negligence,
volunteers sent a few bundles containing totally useless items,"
Solidarity said.

Traditional Greek non-government organisations and local
branches of international charities were upset by the prominent
role the conservative Greek Government gave Solidarity, claiming it
lacked proper experience for the task.